The Hunger Games Trilogy (Hunger Games, Catching Fire & Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

Blurb about the book:

     Book One (The Hunger Games):  In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives alone with her mother and younger sister, regards it as a death sentence when she is forced to represent her district in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before-and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.

     Book Two (Catching Fire):  Against all odds, Katniss Everdeen has won the annual Hunger Games with fellow district tribute Peeta Mellark. But it was a victory won by defying the Capitol and their harsh rules. Katniss and Peeta should be happy. After all, they have just won for themselves and their families a life of safety and plenty. But there are rumors of rebellion among the subjects, and Katniss and Peeta, to their horror, are the faces of that rebellion.

     Book Three (Mockingjay):  The Capitol is angry. The Capitol wants revenge.  Who do they think should pay for the unrest? Katniss Everdeen.

My POV:

     If you have any doubts about reading this series, you should get rid of them right now. Both adults and teens will find this series entertaining. From the very first book it was captivating and addicting.  Once I started it, I couldn't put it down. It had everything a great book should; an amazing plot line, great character development, cliff-hangers at the end of almost every chapter, and so many heart-wrenching moments.  The writing style and editing were fantastic.  I highly recommend this trilogy!

My Score:

     Fantastic but beware, you might not want to sleep, eat or use the bathroom while reading. 
     ♥♥♥♥♥ (5 hearts)